Septic Inspection
Septic Inspection in Franklin & Nashville, TN
A septic inspection is a full condition assessment of an on-site wastewater system — tank, baffles, effluent filter, distribution box, and drainfield — to TDEC standards, for real estate transactions or routine maintenance.
- Free camera inspection
- NASSCO / PACP certified
- Financing available
The basics
What It Is
It tells a buyer, seller, or owner whether the system is sound and TDEC-compliant before money changes hands or a problem becomes an emergency.
How we work
How It Works — Our Process
Our septic inspection process is thorough and documented:
- TDEC Permit Verification
TDEC permit verification and service-history review
- Tank Location
Tank location and access, uncovering the lid if buried
- Structural Assessment
Structural assessment of the tank, baffle check, and effluent filter inspection
- Drainfield Surface Assessment
Drainfield surface assessment and distribution-box check, with a hydrostatic test if required
- A Written Report
A written report and records filed for your protection and the TDEC compliance trail
When you need it
When You Need It
Schedule a septic inspection during the due-diligence period of any rural property purchase, before listing a home on a septic system, for a TDEC compliance check, or whenever you notice slow drains, odor, or a soggy drainfield.
Cost
Pricing & Method Details
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a septic inspection cost?
A real-estate septic inspection is $650. It includes a full TDEC-standard assessment and a written report.
What does a septic inspection cover?
We assess the tank structure, baffles, effluent filter, distribution box, and drainfield, verify permits and service history, and run a hydrostatic test if required.
Do I need a septic inspection to buy a rural home?
It is strongly recommended and often required for financing. A septic inspection reveals the system's condition before you close, when you still have leverage to negotiate repairs.
What's the difference between a septic inspection and a sewer scope?
A septic inspection assesses the on-site system itself, while a sewer scope inspects the lines feeding or leaving it. Many real estate situations benefit from both.